Job Details

University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Business Officer - 3241

Position Number: 7174774
Location: Pembroke, NC
Position Type: Business and Financial Management

Business Officer - 3241

Division: Student Affairs
Department: Student Affairs Dept
Working Title: Business Officer - 3241
Vacancy Type: Probationary Permanent Full Time

Min T/E Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related business area; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Optional Guidelines: Contributing: Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related business area; or Associate's degree and two years of administrative, business, or financial management experience. Journey: Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related business area and two years of administrative management or business management experience. Advanced: Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related business area and three years of administrative management or business management experience.

FTE: 1
Salary Range:
Hiring Range: $72,000
Position #: 3241
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Months per Year: 12
Work Schedule: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Work Schedule Type: Monday - Friday

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit:
Engage each student in a unique, inclusive campus community focused on their development, support, and success.

Primary Purpose of Position:
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Business Officer for the Division of Student Affairs under the supervision of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. In addition, the position will independently manage and oversee the business administration for the assistant and associate vice chancellors and the departments within the division. This position works closely with all Division units and duties include involvement in many aspects of facility accounting and purchasing. Functions include annual budget planning and management, financial planning and management, personnel administration, purchasing, inventory control, capitalized assets, planning with capital projects, finance and budget related trainings, and working closely with Housing and Auxiliary Services on housing debt service and multiyear R&R plans, as well as other duties as assigned.

The position ultimately supports the larger Division vision, values, mission and goals: Support the engagement of students in the campus community through both student centered, and student led programs and activities which support student recruitment, enrollment, retention, matriculation, and graduation. Through financial planning and managements, support the alignment of Division goals/priorities with those of the UNC System and UNCP strategic plans in support of the Mission. Create an environment of empowerment, buy-in, mutual support, communication, collaboration, and accountability among students and within the Division Leadership, Directors, Mid-Managers, and Support Staff. Support the alignment of finances with the mission, vision, and goals in four holistic wellness areas in support of The Brave Experience.

Job Description:
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Business Officer for the Division of Student Affairs under the supervision of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. In addition, the position will independently manage and oversee the business administration for the assistant and associate vice chancellors and the departments within the division. This position works closely with all Division units and duties and include involvement in many aspects of facility accounting and purchasing. Functions include annual budget planning and management, financial planning and management, personnel administration, purchasing, inventory control, capitalized assets, planning with capital projects, finance and budget related trainings, and working closely with Housing and Auxiliary Services on housing debt service and multi-year R&R plans, as well as other duties as assigned.

Management Preference:
Prefer candidate with experience in higher education and with Banner experience specifically. Experience with a wide range of funding sources in a dynamic work setting. Expertise with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel and Power Point.

Lic or Certifications Required by Statute or Regulation: None

Job Opening Date: 05/20/2026
Job Closing Date: 6/10/2026
Open Until Filled:
Posting Category: Professional
Posting Number: SPA00740

Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/13310